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InterviewsFolly Tree Reveals “Danger” In New Music Video
Canadian-born Tel Aviv-based indie pop singer Folly Tree recently announced her next album with a new single, “Danger” (the album was co-produced with Gal Oved).
Industry NewsMaglera Doe Boy Sets ‘Yahoo Boyz’ Music Video Release Date
The post Maglera Doe Boy Sets ‘Yahoo Boyz’ Music Video Release Date appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Maglera Doe Boy Sets ‘Yahoo Boyz’ Music Video Release Date.
Industry NewsMajorsteez Hint At New Music With Back-to-Back Releases On The Horizon
The post Majorsteez Hint At New Music With Back-to-Back Releases On The Horizon appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Majorsteez Hint At New Music With Back-to-Back Releases On The Horizon.
Industry NewsEmtee Reveals New Management As He Resets His Career
The post Emtee Reveals New Management As He Resets His Career appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Emtee Reveals New Management As He Resets His Career.
Industry NewsBig Zulu Praises Fans As ‘Induku Enhle’ Hits 2 Million YouTube Views
The post Big Zulu Praises Fans As ‘Induku Enhle’ Hits 2 Million YouTube Views appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Big Zulu Praises Fans As ‘Induku Enhle’ Hits 2 Million YouTube Views.
Industry NewsTyla’s Roc Nation deal raises stakes for South African pop
South African music star Tyla has reportedly signed a global deal with Roc Nation, marking what could become one of the most significant career moves by an African artist in recent years.
Industry NewsFLVME Drops ‘K!LL SW!TCH’ Music Video As BLVCK & WHiTE Rollout Continues
The post FLVME Drops ‘K!LL SW!TCH’ Music Video As BLVCK & WHiTE Rollout Continues appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. FLVME Drops ‘K!LL SW!TCH’ Music Video As BLVCK & WHiTE Rollout Continues.
Industry NewsRiky Rick To Be Honoured With Memorial Forest In Free State
The post Riky Rick To Be Honoured With Memorial Forest In Free State appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Riky Rick To Be Honoured With Memorial Forest In Free State.
Industry NewsKash CPT Sets Release Date For New Single ‘Between Us’
The post Kash CPT Sets Release Date For New Single ‘Between Us’ appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Kash CPT Sets Release Date For New Single ‘Between Us.’ Kash CPT has sparked excitement after teasing his next release, “Between Us,”…
Interviews8 New Alt-Rock Songs to To Add to Your Playlist
The indie/alternative rock music scene is ever active, with amazing new songs dropping every week. Our latest roundup features songs that are either nostalgic, uplifting or deeply reflective.
Industry NewsFLVME Unveils Official BLVCK & WHiTE Merchandise
The post FLVME Unveils Official BLVCK & WHiTE Merchandise appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. FLVME Unveils Official BLVCK & WHiTE Merchandise. FLVME is taking the BLVCK & WHiTE movement beyond the music.
Industry NewsCassper Hints At Releasing New Music With Nasty C
The post Cassper Hints At Releasing New Music With Nasty C appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Cassper Hints At Releasing New Music With Nasty C.
Industry NewsEmtee Reveals Emotional Inspiration Behind His Verse On “Buya”
The post Emtee Reveals Emotional Inspiration Behind His Verse On “Buya” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Emtee Reveals Emotional Inspiration Behind His Verse On “Buya.” Emtee has opened up about the personal meaning behind his verse on…
Industry NewsUsimamane Celebrates “Anthem” & “Tai Lung’s Pain” Featured Among 2026 Biggest SA Hip Hop Songs On Google
The post Usimamane Celebrates “Anthem” & “Tai Lung’s Pain” Featured Among 2026 Biggest SA Hip Hop Songs On Google appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag.
Industry NewsBig Xhosa Slams “Dead” Journalism Over Anti-Illegal Immigration Coverage
The post Big Xhosa Slams “Dead” Journalism Over Anti-Illegal Immigration Coverage appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Big Xhosa Slams “Dead” Journalism Over Anti-Illegal Immigration Coverage.
Industry NewsRasta the Artist Draws Nasty C In Live Painting
The post Rasta the Artist Draws Nasty C In Live Painting appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Rasta the Artist Draws Nasty C in Live Painting.
Industry NewsZuluMecca Salutes The Queens Of SA Rap With Heartfelt Roll Call
The post ZuluMecca Salutes The Queens Of SA Rap With Heartfelt Roll Call appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. ZuluMecca Salutes The Queens Of SA Rap With Heartfelt Roll Call.
InterviewsWealth Official Releases New Music Video ‘FADED’
Rising Nigerian singer and songwriter Wealth Official continues his standout year with the release of his latest single, “FADED,” alongside its official music video.
Industry NewsK.Keed & Orish Set To Release New Single “TUKU TUKU”
The post K.Keed & Orish Set To Release New Single “TUKU TUKU” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. K.Keed & Orish Set To Release New Single “TUKU TUKU,” South African hip-hop is about to get another energetic anthem as K.Keed prepares to…
InterviewsListen: JES – “We Could Be Stardust”
Acclaimed New York artist JES is readying her much awaited album, Dreamer. Out now, “We Could Be Stardust” is the latest single lifted from that upcoming project.
InterviewsEdinburgh Artist Haquin Delivers “Worn Out Smile”: Listen
If you’re into indie-folk music, then you should venture into the musical world of Haquin, the Edinburgh based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. The artist’s most recent single, “Worn Out Smile”, is a great place to start.
InterviewsCaroline Alves Returns with “Innocence”: See Her Latest Music Video
Two years separate Caroline Alves‘ PassionFruit EP and her newest single, “Innocence”. And “Innocence” is only the second single released by the Rio de Janeiro-born, Switzerland-based singer since that well-received 2024 EP — she dropped…
InterviewsDazAstir’s New Song “Poison” Describes an Intense Attraction
Up-and-coming artist and producer DazAstir is back with a new single, “Poison”. The synth-pop track arrives on the heels of his amazing, ’80s-influenced debut EP, NineteenEightyNow, which arrived earlier this year.
InterviewsWatch the Music Video for “Butterflies” by Polish Band Goldilocks
There’s this interesting new band from Poland called Goldilocks. I found out about the outfit when I heard their latest single, “Butterflies”. The song’s brilliant fusion of indie pop and alternative rock makes it really enthralling.
Industry NewsAnele Zondo Reveals How Motherhood Fueled Her Ambition In Hip Hop
The post Anele Zondo Reveals How Motherhood Fueled Her Ambition In Hip Hop appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Anele Zondo Reveals How Motherhood Fueled Her Ambition In Hip Hop.
Industry NewsMaglera Doe Boy & FLVME Land Rap Life Playlist Cover Ahead Of “Yahoo Boyz” Music Video Release
The post Maglera Doe Boy & FLVME Land Rap Life Playlist Cover Ahead Of “Yahoo Boyz” Music Video Release appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Maglera Doe Boy & FLVME Land Rap Life Playlist Cover Ahead Of “Yahoo Boyz” Music Video Release.
InterviewsDlala Thukzin Says “iPlan” Changed How He Viewed Himself as an Artist
In a recent interview with GQ, the producer Dlala Thukzin said his 2023 “iPlan” changed how he views himself as an artist. Thukzin watched as tracks like “iPlan” topped charts and “take on a life of their own”.
Industry NewsSkwatta Kamp’s Hip Hop Legacy Honoured With Prestigious Basha Uhuru Award
The post Skwatta Kamp’s Hip Hop Legacy Honoured With Prestigious Basha Uhuru Award appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Skwatta Kamp’s Hip Hop Legacy Honoured With Prestigious Basha Uhuru Award.
Industry NewsGigi Lamayne Honours Reason With Heartfelt Birthday Tribute
The post Gigi Lamayne Honours Reason With Heartfelt Birthday Tribute appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Gigi Lamayne Honours Reason With Heartfelt Birthday Tribute.
InterviewsBantu Nots, Roiii, Toss & Naledi Aphiwe Drop Powerful ‘Carry Their Names’ Anthem Honouring the Youth of 1976
Bantu Nots, Roiii, Toss and Naledi Aphiwe have joined forces on Carry Their Names, a commemorative anthem released alongside its official music video as part of this year’s June 16 campaign in partnership with MTN.
InterviewsServing Culture: Inside the Stylish Wimbeldon White Can Launch & It’s Visionary Collaborations
In the heart of Johannesburg, a transformed tennis court recently became a striking monochromatic sanctuary as Stella Artois hosted an elegant afternoon celebration to unveil its limited-edition Wimbledon Edition White Can.
InterviewsCape Town International Jazz Festival introduces the Month of the Mother City
The is entering a bold new era. At an exclusive launch attended by sponsors, stakeholders, partners and members of the media, the iconic festival officially unveiled its ambitious vision for 2027 — and it’s far bigger than anyone expected.
InterviewsOscar Mbo Launches FortheGroovists App
Internationally renowned DJ, producer, and cultural tastemaker Oscar Mbo has officially unveiled FortheGroovists, an exclusive content app powered by Vodacom and designed as the ultimate digital destination for his dedicated community.
InterviewsMellow Don Picasso Unites Tony Dayimane & Die Mondez on Powerful New Hip Hop Release
Rising SA hip hop artist Mellow Don Picasso returned with a bold new release, Burning Bridges, featuring acclaimed lyricists Tony Dayimane and Die Mondez, bringing together three distinctive voices from South Africa’s evolving rap…
Industry NewsNandi Ndathane Opens Up About Emtee: “He Taught Me a Different Kind of Love”
The post Nandi Ndathane Opens Up About Emtee: “He Taught Me a Different Kind of Love” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nandi Ndathane Opens Up About Emtee: “He Taught Me a Different Kind of Love.” Singer Nandi Ndathane has given fans a…
Industry NewsTshego Defends Artistic Freedom Amid Debate Over Nasty C’s Streaming Move
The post Tshego Defends Artistic Freedom Amid Debate Over Nasty C’s Streaming Move appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Tshego Defends Artistic Freedom Amid Debate Over Nasty C’s Streaming Move.
Industry NewsLoatinover Pounds Hits Double Platinum Milestone With “Pray 4 Pitori” Album
The post Loatinover Pounds Hits Double Platinum Milestone With “Pray 4 Pitori” Album appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Loatinover Pounds Hits Double Platinum Milestone With “Pray 4 Pitori” Album.
InterviewsProdbyom is Coming Back With a New Single Featuring Stino Le Thwenny
South African producer and artist Prodbyom is set to release his latest single, “Alright Alright,” featuring hip-hop duo Stino Le Thwenny.
Industry NewsShane Eagle & Nicole Celebrate Heartwarming Gender Reveal
The post Shane Eagle & Nicole Celebrate Heartwarming Gender Reveal appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Shane Eagle & Nicole Celebrate Heartwarming Gender Reveal.
InterviewsNuma Edema Reminds Us “Time is a Healer” in Uplifting New Song
Tough times are just a part of life, and in such difficult periods, songs like Numa Edema‘s “Time is a Healer” help us keep our head high.
InterviewsListen: “Mind of Athena” by Kai Krilove
More than a year ago, Aipate featured a song by a Ukrainian-American called Kailaya. The artist and dancer now goes under the moniker Kai Krilove, and she continues to mesmerize with her R&B-tinged brand of pop.
InterviewsThando Zide Pens A Love Letter To The Soul With Debut Album ‘Ku Ngawe’
South African Singer-Songwriter Thando Zide enters a defining chapter of her artistry with the release of Ku Ngawe, an 11-track debut album that positions emotional honesty, community, and healing as central pillars of its narrative.
Industry NewsAnele Zondo Unveils Confident New Release ‘Bhampa’ Featuring Blue Pappi
The post Anele Zondo Unveils Confident New Release ‘Bhampa’ Featuring Blue Pappi appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Anele Zondo Unveils Confident New Release ‘Bhampa’ Featuring Blue Pappi.
Industry NewsBantu Nots, Roiii, Toss & Naledi Aphiwe Honour 1976 Youths In New Single “Carry Their Names”
The post Bantu Nots, Roiii, Toss & Naledi Aphiwe Honour 1976 Youths In New Single “Carry Their Names” appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag.
Industry NewsK1llbrady Delivers Another Standout Release With FYBR P1: FAMILIA PACK
The post K1llbrady Delivers Another Standout Release With FYBR P1: FAMILIA PACK appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. K1llbrady Delivers Another Standout Release With FYBR P1: FAMILIA PACK.
Industry NewsZuluMecca Reclaims The Spotlight With New Single ‘CAP’
The post ZuluMecca Reclaims The Spotlight With New Single ‘CAP’ appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. ZuluMecca Reclaims the Spotlight With New Single ‘CAP.’ ZuluMecca has officially returned to the spotlight with the release of her latest…
Interviews8 Essential Alt-R&B Songs for Your Playlist
The boundaries between R&B, soul, indie-R&B and pop are increasingly getting blurred. And there’s so much new music within that spectrum. So, for our latest roundup, we’ll simply use the label ‘alt-R&B’.
InterviewsGet to Know imstillFranci: Listen to “RUDE”
Splitting time between Berlin and Bucharest, Romanian pop artist imstillFranci infuses influences from both worlds into her music. She is an artist that I began keeping tabs on just recently.
Industry NewsBest Hip Hop Album Race Heats Up As SAMAs Unveil 2026 Nominees
The post Best Hip Hop Album Race Heats Up As SAMAs Unveil 2026 Nominees appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Best Hip Hop Album Race Heats Up As SAMAs Unveil 2026 Nominees.
Industry NewsNasty C Voices Fears Over International Backlash Amid SA’s Anti-Immigrant Protests
The post Nasty C Voices Fears Over International Backlash Amid SA’s Anti-Immigrant Protests appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Nasty C Voices Fears Over International Backlash Amid SA’s Anti-Immigrant Protests.